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Rep. Bill Huizenga highlights debt concerns and sports enthusiasm

Michigan Congressman Rep. Bill Huizenga addresses national debt issues, public agreement at events, and sports enthusiasm through recent tweets spanning from March 27 to March 30, 2025.

By Holland Reporter | Mar 30, 2025

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Bill Huizenga discusses legislative initiatives and regional collaborations

Rep. Bill Huizenga reflects on his role in cosponsoring a stablecoin bill, acknowledges new appointments in the Senate Great Lakes Task Force, and emphasizes the benefits of LNG development for American jobs and energy security in a series of...

By Holland Reporter | Mar 27, 2025

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Outdoor warning sirens set for monthly tests from April to October

By Holland Reporter | Mar 24, 2025

The Outdoor Warning Sirens will undergo monthly tests starting Friday, April 4.

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Allegan County: Income Maintenance made up 1.7% of total income in 2022

By Holland Reporter | Mar 22, 2025

In 2022, Income Maintenance transfers made up 1.7% of income in Allegan County, providing an average of $925 per capita to residents.

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Angela Lound named Firefighter of the Year by Holland Public Safety

By Holland Reporter | Mar 21, 2025

Firefighter and Emergency Medical Technician (EMT) Angela Lound has been named the 2025 Firefighter of the Year by the Holland Department of Public Safety.

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Bill Huizenga comments on Federal Reserve nominations and market leadership

By Holland Reporter | Mar 18, 2025

In recent tweets dated March 16-18, Rep. Bill Huizenga addressed topics ranging from emojis to congratulating Michelle Bowman's nomination at the Federal Reserve and acknowledging potential leadership changes within national markets facilitated by...

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Ottawa County ranks 83rd highest in Michigan for per capita government transfer income at $8,623 in 2022

By Holland Reporter | Mar 17, 2025

In 2022, Ottawa County stood out as the lowest per capita recipient of government transfers in Michigan, with transfers making up 14.1% of total income.

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Rep. DeBoer calls for changes in MHSAA's policy on gender participation

By Holland Reporter | Mar 13, 2025

State Representative Nancy DeBoer, a Republican from Holland, joined her colleagues in a press conference to express their opposition to the Michigan High School Athletic Association's (MHSAA) policy allowing male athletes to compete in female...

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Rep. Bradley Slagh announces March office hours across three locations

By Holland Reporter | Mar 13, 2025

State Representative Bradley Slagh from Zeeland has announced that he will be holding office hours in three locations on March 24.

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City announces schedule for annual spring clean-up

By Holland Reporter | Mar 12, 2025

Residents of the city are reminded to prepare for the annual spring clean-up by placing yard clippings, shrub trimmings, wind-blown twigs, and small branches no larger than three inches in diameter onto the curb or road shoulders.

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Homicide suspect apprehended at travel center in Holland

By Holland Reporter | Mar 12, 2025

Last week, on March 6, the Holland Department of Public Safety (HDPS) was alerted by the Cook County South Suburban Major Crimes Task Force about a homicide suspect potentially located in Holland.

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Allegan County ranks 77th highest in Michigan for per capita government transfer income at $9,781 in 2022

By Holland Reporter | Mar 11, 2025

In 2022, residents of Allegan County received an average of $9,781 per capita in government transfer payments—ranking it seventh lowest in Michigan.

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Ottawa County: Income Maintenance transfers accounted for 1.1% of income in 2022

By Holland Reporter | Mar 1, 2025

In 2022, Income Maintenance transfers made up 1.1% of income in Ottawa County, providing an average of $658 per capita to residents.

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Holland police investigate homicide following domestic incident

By Holland Reporter | Feb 21, 2025

Detectives from the Holland Department of Public Safety (HDPS) have been actively investigating a case determined to be a homicide, following an incident at the Bay Pointe Apartment Complex.

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Great Decisions speaker discusses US-India relations at Holland event

By Holland Reporter | Feb 17, 2025

Richard M. Rossow, a Senior Advisor at the Center for Strategic and International Studies, will be discussing the evolving relationship between the United States and India.

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City of Holland seeks public input on new recreation center plans

By Holland Reporter | Feb 10, 2025

A new community recreation center is planned for the City of Holland.

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Holland Department honors Spencer Slenk as Police Officer of the Year

By Holland Reporter | Feb 10, 2025

The Holland Department of Public Safety has named Officer Spencer Slenk as the 2025 Police Officer of the Year.

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FOIA Request Sent to Ottawa County Election Division Regarding Upcoming Election Candidates on February 5, 2025

By Holland Reporter | Feb 5, 2025

A Freedom of Information Act (FOIA) request was sent to the Ottawa County Election Division on February 5, 2025.

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Rep. Bradley Slagh announces office hours across three West Michigan locations

By Holland Reporter | Feb 5, 2025

State Representative Bradley Slagh of Zeeland has announced he will host office hours for local residents on February 27, 2025.

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FOIA Request Sent to Allegan County Election Division Regarding Upcoming Election Candidates on February 5, 2025

By Holland Reporter | Feb 5, 2025

FOIA Request to Allegan County Election Division Regarding Upcoming Election Candidates on February 5, 2025.